Interim Employee Relations Specialist

Ashley Kate HR; London; Remote; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is seeking an Interim Employee Relations Specialist for a 6-month period in London. This role involves providing expert advice on employee relations matters and ensuring compliance with UK employment law. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in ER-focused HR roles, a CIPD qualification, and a compassionate approach to resolving people issues.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in employee relations-focused HR role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practices.
• CIPD qualified preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support on ER issues including disciplinaries and grievances.
• Manage complex organisational processes.
• Develop processes and policies in line with legal requirements.

Skills

Employee relations expertise

Knowledge of UK employment law

Coaching and guidance

Solutions-focused approach

Independent working

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

New Home based HR job opportunity!

Interim Employee Relations (ER) Specialist

Location: Homebased

Term: Interim for 6 months

Salary: Up to £62k (DOE)

Start Date: ASAP, ideally an immediate start

I am working with one of my clients as they look to recruit a Senior HR professional to join them on an interim basis, for a period of 6 months.

The Interim Employee Relations Specialist will join the Senior Leadership team, ideal for someone who possesses extensive experience and knowledge of complex employee related matters.

The Role

As an ER Specialist, you'll be a trusted advisor to managers and colleagues across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert support and guidance on ER issues including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance management
• Manage and advise on complex organisational processes.
• Support the review and development of processes and policies in line with legal requirements and organisational values.
• Partner with managers to build ER capability through coaching and guidance.
• Ensure all ER activity is compliant, fair, and in line with our inclusive practices.

About You:

• Significant experience in an employee relations-focused HR role.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and current best practice.
• A calm, compassionate, and solutions-focused approach to resolving people issues.
• Able to work independently and at pace, with sound judgement and discretion.
• CIPD qualified or equivalent experience preferred.

If you are interested in learning more about this exciting new role, please do not hesitate to get in touch for more information on 0203 800 1500 or email

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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